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Wiley Working in Children's Homes - Residential Care Study

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Working in Children's Homes: Challenges and Complexities is a professional resource from the Living Away From Home series by Wiley. Based on extensive research sponsored by the Department of Health, this book provides a deep look into the realities of residential care. The content is built upon a three-year research period involving interviews and discussions with staff groups and heads of homes. Readers gain insight into the daily tasks faced by staff, the reasoning behind specific procedures, and the various sources of stress and reward in the field. By exploring the everyday ups and downs of working in children's homes, this book serves as a valuable study for those interested in the complexities of residential care environments.

Key Features

This Wiley publication is part of the Living Away From Home series focused on residential care studies.

The content is based on extensive research conducted over a three-year period sponsored by the Department of Health.

Authors utilize interviews and discussions with heads of homes and staff groups to provide real-world perspectives.

The book explores the specific tasks, procedures, and daily challenges faced by staff in residential care settings.

It examines the professional rewards and sources of stress experienced by those working in children's homes.

Product Specifications

Brand
Wiley
Format
paperback
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
04 June 1998
Listed Since
09 February 2007

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